Renewable energy solutions provider Greenvolt Next, which is part of Greenvolt Group, has been selected by Voltclub to build a 12MW solar farm at Barryscourt in Co Cork.
Dublin-headquartered Voltclub is an Irish renewable energy developer and emerging independent power producer. Founded in 2020, it originates, funds, develops, constructs and operates renewable energy and energy storage infrastructure.
The company is building a portfolio of grid-connected projects and renewable energy networks incorporating solar, wind, battery storage and flexible generation.
The contract will see Greenvolt Next deliver almost 20,000 solar panels across the site, reaching a capacity of 12MW of solar energy.
The project broke ground at Voltclub Barryscourt, Co. Cork in the middle of August, with completed works anticipated across both sites by September 2027.
Greenvolt Next supports businesses and developers with their renewable energy transformations. It is responsible for some of Ireland’s biggest renewable energy projects, including Sanofi Waterford solar farm.
It also works with leading retailers including Lidl, Aldi and Tesco.
Greenvolt Next last year reduced customer CO2 emissions by 30,000 tonnes, with a further reduction of 150,000 tonnes of CO2 projected over the next three years as demand for renewable energy soars.
PTSB is the finance partner for Voltclub as it works with Greenvolt Next to develop Barryscourt Solar Farm.
John Carty, CCO of Greenvolt Next Ireland and UK, said that Ireland’s energy demands continue to grow at a considerable rate and Greenvolt Next is delivering projects of scale that will enable businesses and providers to meet these energy needs.
“We are seeing continued demand for EPC projects and we’re proud of the confidence developers place in our ability to deliver projects with quality, speed and safety,” he stated.
James Goldsmith, CEO of Voltclub, said the start of construction at Barryscourt is a major milestone for Voltclub.
“The project demonstrates our ability to take renewable energy developments from origination and consenting through financing and into construction. Our ambition is to build a substantial portfolio of renewable generation and energy storage assets designed around the needs of Ireland’s electricity system and its large energy users,” he said.
“Greenvolt Next brings the technical capability and delivery experience required for projects of this scale, while PTSB’s support demonstrates the important role that Irish project finance can play in accelerating investment in new renewable infrastructure,” he added.
Paddy Ryan, PTSB Regional Head of Business Banking – South & East, said the country’s transition to a lower-carbon and more efficient economy will require continued investment in renewable generation and the infrastructure supporting it.
“PTSB is committed to playing an active role in this transition by providing tailored project finance solutions to developers and investors across Ireland’s renewable energy sector,” he added.
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